For more than a decade, Native Elements have been thriving on the Bay Area reggae scene, performing at musical festivals such as Reggae on the River and the Monterey Bay Reggaefest and packing them in at local clubs such as Pier 23 in San Francisco and the Shattuck Down Low in Berkeley - San Francisco Chronicle

San Francisco's premier reggae band, Native Elements, have been making waves in the Northern California reggae scene for more than five years. With their 1996 debut release, Nice n' Up, they have garnered the respect of International R.A.W. DJs, as well as music critics, musicians, and fans alike. Native Elements have been invited to perform at major festivals including Reggae on the River, San Francisco's Reggae in the Park, and the Monterey Reggaefest. Their sound has been described as "...one of California's most honest and authentic reggae bands." - Sonic Garden

Without a doubt, San Francisco's own Native Elements are one of the hardest working and most respected bands in the Northern California reggae scene. With a myriad of musical influences ranging from classic r&b soul to the deepest tradition of Jamaican and English dub, Native Elements delivers a dynamic sound that appeals to all music lovers. The culturally diverse music scene of the San Francisco Bay Area has fueled their creative flow from the start. After explorations with rock, funk, blues, and r&b, Native Elements has set their repertoire firmly in the roots-reggae tradition. They combine their colorful influences into an amalgamation of positive, vibrant music that speaks from the heart.

Native Elements has been reaching audiences around the globe with their conscious music. Their contagious harmonies and powerful rhythms have won over praise from musicians, fans and critics alike. Even some of the most discriminating Jamaican ears have found Native Elements’ sound to be as authentic and genuine as their staple of music back home.

Their sound has been described as "...one of California's most honest and authentic reggae bands."